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William Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire

British noble (1790-1858) · France · On the map · Politicians · Died at 67

William George Spencer Cavendish, 6th Duke of Devonshire, styled Marquess of Hartington until 1811, was an English peer, courtier and Whig politician. Known as the "Bachelor Duke", he served as Lord Chamberlain from 1827 to 1828 and again from 1830 to 1834. The Cavendish banana is named after him.

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Order of St. Andrew
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France
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1790 to 1858 · aged 67